Young and Unemployed Support Group/Thread?

Ambymaries

Hey all! Looking for more people in my situation - young and unemployed and looking to use the time off work to crush some health goals

When I was on MFP in the past, I was in university, and some of my MFP friends and I had a group (or maybe it was a thread) where we posted about being in university and trying to balance that with our health goals. I'm looking for the same sort of connection now, except this time unique to the situation I am in - young but unemployed. Any one else in a similar place?

Myself, I know, I am struggling with finding the motivation to get up and start my day relatively early. I kind of feel lethargic, and maybe a little apathetic because I feel like there's not much going on in my life now that I am not working. I also get a lot of temptations to eat poorly or snack too much out of boredom (trying to use some internal script re-writing psychology stuff to deter this, although). I knew well in advance that I was going to be unemployed (end of contract) and that I would be moving to a smaller town with fewer employment prospects, to help mentally/emotionally/and otherwise (other than financially) support my long-term boyfriend who is pursuing his dream of becoming a commercial pilot. I therefore really wanted to use this time to work on my health goals But I'm finding it hard to keep motivated since I am mostly by myself and therefore away from family and friends.

I was thinking of a check-in type group/thread, and maybe a few writing exercises on positive body image, tips on healthy ways to nourish yourself, recipe swaps, and general chit-chat and support.

Anyone interested?

azulvioleta6

I am not your age and not in a similar situation, but the best thing that you can do for yourself is to build some structure into your day. There are many ways to do this, but finding a early-morning exercise group or class that you like might be a good place to start.

When in similar situations, I found that volunteering was helpful for feeling connected to the world. I've also used marathon training as a way to give myself a plan to follow and a clear goal to work towards.

Good luck to you!

Ambymaries

Thank you for the tips!

Moonbaby779

I'm in the same situation as you! I'm 25 and a SAHM, you can add me as a friend if you'd like.